Laura Sprinkle has over 10 years of experience working with at-risk youth through missionary work and currently seeks a position in clinical mental health counseling. She has a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Regent University and bachelor's degree in psychology from East Carolina University. Her resume highlights her experience in areas such as program management, curriculum development, counseling, coaching, teaching, and grant management.
1. Laura Sprinkle
(252) 327-6379 ● laurspr@mail.regent.edu
Profile
Dedicated and responsible graduate student of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with over 10 years of
professional missionary experience working with at-risk youth. Proven ability to utilize effective interpersonal
skills to develop relationships and teach Christian education while leading both small and large group activities
and discussions.
Commissioned Minister
Volunteer & Donor Recruitment
Grant Management
Event Planning
Supervision & Training
Program & Project Management
Compliance & Documentation
CPR/First Aid Certified
Mentor & Instructor
Curriculum Development
Word, Excel, Publisher,
PowerPoint
Education
Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA
Master of Arts: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (2018)
East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology (2001)
Minor in Child Development and Family Relations
Experience
Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA 9/2015 - Present
School of Psychology and Counseling - Graduate Assistant (9/2015 – Present)
Serve Faculty and Staff with various administrative needs (copying, scanning, scheduling)
Conduct academic research for faculty members
Edit dissertations and verify academic references
Career Services - Practicum Experience (1/2016 – 5/2016)
Collected information about clients through interviews and assessments
Guided clients in the development of skills and strategies for confidence in career development
Developed and taught a workshop on building strengths
Evaluated clients’ skills and interests using assessments and interviews
Prepared reports on clients and activities as required by administration
Building Hope Community Life Center, Greenville, NC 8/2001 – 8/2015
Missionary: Student Success Academy Coordinator / Site Coordinator / Women of Worth (WOW)
Coordinator / Tutor and Mentor / Executive Director / Volunteer Coordinator
Coaching & Developing Others
Established & maintained professional interpersonal relationships with stakeholders (parents, students,
colleagues, community members, donors, and volunteers)
Developed a team of volunteers to assist with the Women of Worth (WOW) program
Discipled high school students and at-risk youth through coaching and mentoring
Created and facilitated a Masquerade Event to celebrate participant success
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Psycho-Education & Teaching
Created and implemented curriculum for themes such as Character Education, Identity
Formation (with a Christian foundation), and Leadership for large and small groups
Incorporated service learning in program facilitation
Created and taught lesson plans for math and reading remediation
Planned and taught weekly devotions and led Bible Study groups in order to develop faith in
God
Training & Supervision
Supervised and trained tutors, staff, instructors, and volunteers
Facilitated staff and volunteer development in order to educate on policies and procedures,
impact on community, and appropriate assignment of tasks
Conducted performance reviews and guided staff with goal-setting
Grants & Fundraising
Edited federal grant proposals and wrote local grants
Monitored and managed state and local grants in compliance with regulations
Recruited and developed relationships with donors
Oversaw annual fundraising events (banquets, golf tournaments, yard sales, and silent auctions)
Administration & Management
Developed programs to meet the needs of the community
Collaborated with Board of Directors a staff to successfully fulfil the mission
Participate in strategic planning for fundraising, new programs, and development
Maintained daily records of students and activities for compliance purposes
Community Service Experience
Encounter Youth Group, Greenville, NC 9/2012 – 6/2015
Volunteer
Served as aid, speaker, small group leader and game coordinator for middle and high school
youth at Greenville Christian Fellowship
Elevate Campus Clubs, Greenville, NC 9/2011 – 5/2013
Volunteer
Served as an aid and girl's small group ministry leader for high school students.
Greenville Christian Fellowship, Greenville, NC 2008, 2010 & 2012
Volunteer, Small Group Leader
Facilitated a Women's Bible Study (Spring 2008 and Summer 2010)
Co-led a Young Professional Women's Bible Study (Spring 2012)